Below Average
#6528 of 8,552 schools in TX
A Leal JR Middle
Middle School · HARLANDALE ISD
743 W SOUTHCROSS BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78211
Enrollment
574
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
574
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,528 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#295 of 516
public schools
In district
#5 of 18
HARLANDALE ISD
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A Leal JR Middle
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About A Leal JR Middle
A Leal JR Middle is a public middle school in San Antonio, TX, part of HARLANDALE ISD. A Leal JR Middle serves approximately 574 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. A Leal JR Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #6,528 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for A Leal JR Middle show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at A Leal JR Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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A Leal JR Middle — Students at A Leal JR Middle score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.8/10.
How A Leal JR Middle Compares
See how A Leal JR Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
743 W SOUTHCROSS BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A Leal JR Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. TERRELL WELLS MIDDLE (rated 4.9/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is DWIGHT MIDDLE (rated 4.8/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HARLANDALE MIDDLE (rated 4.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLLIER EL San Antonio | 0.2 mi | 4.1 |
| STONEWALL/FLANDERS EL San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| PRELUDE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| CHARLES GRAEBNER EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 2.8 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| V M ADAMS EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| HARLANDALE H S San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| ST JAMES THE APOSTLE SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| VESTAL EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| HARLANDALE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| HILLCREST EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| TERRELL WELLS MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| BURBANK H S San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| MCCOLLUM H S San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| HUTCHINS EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| COLLINS GARDEN EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| WRIGHT EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| DWIGHT MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| IDEA EWING HALSELL COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| IDEA EWING HALSELL ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,279
Median Home Value
$110,200
Median Rent
$1,047/mo
Population
30,589
College Educated
6.7%
Homeownership
62.5%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
23.3%
Median Age
36.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ATHENS MIDDLE Athens, TX | 4.9 |
| BURNET MIDDLE Burnet, TX | 4.9 |
| COAKLEY MIDDLE Harlingen, TX | 4.9 |
| DR FREDERICK DOUGLASS TODD SR MIDDLE Dallas, TX | 4.9 |
| FLEMING MIDDLE Houston, TX | 4.9 |
| GUS GARCIA MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A Leal JR Middle
What grades does A Leal JR Middle serve?
A Leal JR Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend A Leal JR Middle?
A Leal JR Middle has an enrollment of approximately 574 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A Leal JR Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at A Leal JR Middle is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A Leal JR Middle rank in TX?
A Leal JR Middle ranks #6,528 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is A Leal JR Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
A Leal JR Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A Leal JR Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A Leal JR Middle has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is A Leal JR Middle a charter school?
No, A Leal JR Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A Leal JR Middle a Title I school?
No, A Leal JR Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A Leal JR Middle?
92.9% of students at A Leal JR Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 574
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.5%
- Phone
- (210) 989-2040
Resources & Links
District
HARLANDALE ISD- District Enrollment
- 11,814
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,311
- District Rank
- #5 of 18
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